The September contest #1 sduttaskitchen| Can a best friend become a good life partner?

Today, I intended to participate in the contest hosted by @sduttaskitchen. If you're interested as well, here is the link:

https://steemit.com/hive-120823/@sduttaskitchen/the-september-contest-1-sduttaskitchen-or-can-a-best-friend-become-a-good-life-partner

Do you think a best friend can turn into a great life partner?Your viewpoints!

Having a good friend means having someone who shares your opinions or perspectives. There are always folks with similar interests, who enjoy the same books, and have the same hobbies. As kids, we figure this out pretty quickly, and we often declare someone as our best friend because we see ourselves in them. As we grow older, our interests may shift a bit, and naturally, we start looking for partners in life. While love is certainly important, finding someone who resonates with your soul can really strengthen your relationship, making it more likely that you two will stick together for the long haul.

A very good friend can also turn into a life partner. The foundation of friendship often includes our trust and shared experiences, etc. When you already know each other, know the numbers and power, it can create a deep and strong connection. In addition, if we talk, it creates a strong bond that can help us navigate the ups and downs of life together.

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Do you think friendship and being life partners are different?

I genuinely believe that you can evolve a friendship into something deeper. Often, when we have friends, we collaborate on projects or make decisions together, which means we end up spending a lot of time side by side. During this time, we support one another and share our lives, problems, and dreams. This process helps us understand each other better, leading to mutual support and respect as we navigate both work and life. Eventually, we might realize that this is someone we can trust and who will always have our back. That’s why friendships can often blossom into life partnerships.

Friendship and being life partners do share some commonalities, like trust, understanding, and shared experiences, but they also have a distinct differences. While friendships are built on mutual affection, respect, and support, as well as a long-term commitment to one another. Life partners often to have a different expectations and responsibilities, such as the building of a life together, sharing finances, and making all the joint decisions themselves. That being said, a strong friendship can definitely be a foundation for a successful partners relationship, as it be an often includes all the trust and understanding that are to crucial for a partnership.

What are some pros and cons of accepting a friend as a life partner?

The upside of having a friend who becomes your life partner is that you really know them well. You understand their character whether they’re calm and patient or easily irritated and how they handle stressful situations. These insights can help you decide if you’d enjoy being with them as a life partner. If we think about our friend becoming our partner, we already have an idea of what our future looks like.

• Pros:
  Best friends often have a strong foundation of trust, empathy and shared experiences. They already know each other’s habits and values. The friendship can provide a solid base for a good relationship.

The downside is that we know the person well, and trying to change them is pointless. It's common to see that in these kinds of relationships, both sides accepted each other's personalities when they were friends, but then they attempt to change or pressure each other once they start dating. So remember, it's better to respect and accept each other instead of trying to change and ruin your friendship.

• Cons:
  If the relationship doesn’t work out, it could affect the good friendship.The relationship may require adjusting for both sides to new roles and boundaries.

Being open and honest is very important to navigate the transition from friends to partners. It is also important for both parties to have mutual feelings and be on the same page. In addition, there is respect and trust between the two. The foundation of trust and respect in friendship can help sustain a good relationship.

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@gondalbiya